Comox Valley International Student Program

Comox Valley ISP Student Activities - Ski and Snowboarding Trip
2016-02-26 | Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Comox Valley, British Columbia, Canada
We have our Ski/Snowboard day for Friday, February 26, 2016.
This is your opportunity to get a great deal for lessons, passes and rentals.
SIGN UP will start Friday Morning (Feb 5th) it will close on Tuesday Feb 16th!
If you would like to participate please fill out the attached registration form and bring it to our office at Lake Trail School or have your ISP Teacher at School send it to Suella at the ISP Office. You can pay by cheque, cash, or use the attached credit card form. Remember to get the information in soon as spaces are limited.
If you already have a ski pass and your own equipment, I will put you on a wait list to see if there is room on the bus for you and your equipment. The bus that will be taking us will have limited space for skis and boards.
COST: Lift pass, Lesson and Rentals (includes helmet) $66.00
Lift pass, Lesson only (includes helmet) $42.00
Goggles – $6.00
DEPARTURE TIME: 7:30am from Ricki’s Restaurant Parking Lot
RETURN TIME: 4:30pm to Ricki’s Restaurant Parking Lot
There are lockers available so bring some change ($1 – loonie) if you require one.
Lunch is not provided – be sure to bring money for lunch at the lodge or bring a packed lunch.
To be fully prepared, please read the following information carefully:
Clothing & Accessories: Appropriate clothing is a must! Below is a checklist of suggested Clothing for those not familiar with the alpine environment. You will be most comfortable if you dress in layers that can be removed or added as necessary. Please ensure that you are prepared for all types of weather.
Recommended items for ALL Outdoor Activities:

2 pairs of gloves or mitts – MANDATORY
Long johns or warm tights
Long sleeve turtleneck or shirt
Thick wool socks or thin synthetic socks
Warm fleece or sweater
Ski pants or water repellent pants
Winter Jacket
Warm hat or Toque
Goggles and/or Sunglasses
Warm, winter boots for All Outdoor Activities

Alpine Safety
Skiers and Snowboarders are required to know and abide by the rules of the Alpine Responsibility Code (ARC). Violations of this code may result in loss of lift privileges or injury. The ARC is posted in various locations on the mountain and is on the back of the lesson cards. We have attached below a Link of the ARC to allow you to familiarize before you arrive on the Mountain.
https://www.mountwashington.ca/resort/mountain-safety.html#safety
The Ski Area Boundaries are marked with ropes and signs, and also marked on the area maps. Minors (18 or younger) are not permitted to cross these boundaries. Mount Washington Alpine Resort accepts no responsibility for the safety of persons choosing to cross these boundaries. Rescue of out of bounds persons may or may not be possible and should costs arise from rescue operations persons involved may be charged.
I look forward to our Trip up the Mountain!

Pro-D Day (No classes)
2016-02-26 | BC

Pro-Day (No classes)
2016-02-25 | BC
Non instructional day. Professional development for teachers.

PLC Day (early dismissal)
2016-02-17, 2016-02-03, 2016-01-13, 2015-12-02, 2015-11-18, 2015-10-28 | BC

Exchange Program Application Deadline
2016-02-15 | BC
One for One (reciprocal) exchange program applications from Comox Valley School District Students are due.
www.studyinbritishcolumbia.com/apply
www.studyinbritishcolumbia.com/exchange
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Valentine's Day Dance
2016-02-10 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Lake Trail Middle School, 805 Willemar Avenue, Courtenay, BC, V9N3L7, Canada
Valentine’s Day Dance!!

Comox Valley International Student Program Invites you to our Valentines Dance.

Wednesday, February 10th, 2016
6:30pm – 9:00pm
Lake Trail School
805 Willemar Ave
Courtenay, BC

DOOR PRIZES!! CONCESSION!! FUN!!

Please RSVP and sign up your guests at your school by February 5th at your school with:

G.P. Vanier – Ms. Oliphant
Highland – Ms. MacLeod or Mr. Spruit
Lake Trail – Ms. Beaulieu or Suella @ ISP office
Mark Isfeld – Ms. Mulrooney

No Cost and Maximum of 4 Guests.
Guests will not be permitted entrance into the dance unless they are on the List.

**Please use the entrance door by the gym to get into the dance – after you sign in you must check in your coats, bags, etc. as they will not be allowed to be brought into the gym**

Host Families can drop off their students on Lake Trail Road by the gym entrance.

ALSO: If you would like to request songs please email me as soon as possible so that we can ensure that you get the music you want!!

Family Day (Holiday - No School)
2016-02-08 | BC

Term 3 begins
2016-02-01 | BC

Semester 2 begins
2016-02-01 | BC

Exchange Program Info Night
2016-01-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Comox Valley School District Board Office, 607 Cumberland Road, Courtenay, British Columbia, V9N7G5, Canada
Comox Valley Exchange Program Info Night
Join Comox Valley International Student Program representatives Rob Moore, Senior Consultant, and Suella Price, Program Worker at the Comox Valley School District Board Office from 7:00pm-9:00pm on Wednesday, January 27 to learn about studying abroad opportunities for Comox Valley School District Students.
Madrid, Spain
Presentation Topics:

What is a one for one exchange and its history?
Is my son or daughter eligible for the exchange program?
How do we apply to the exchange program? – Apply Now
What are the exchange country destinations and length of study options?

The presentation will be followed by question and answer and you may even have an opportunity to speak to parents and students who are already set to go study abroad for the 2016-17 school year.
The Comox Valley School District Exchange Program is accepting applications for the 2016-17 school year (semester or full year) until February 15, 2016. Students currently in grade 9-12 are eligible. Yes, grads interested in a “gap” year are eligible for an exchange. Contact the International Student Program at 2507032904 or exchanges@sd71.bc.ca for more information or visit Comox Valley School District Exchange Program. Available Exchange Destinations for the 2016-17 school year include: AUSTRIA, DENMARK, GERMANY, JAPAN, SPAIN, THAILAND
Previous Comox Valley School District Exchange Students
“This exchange program is a once in a lifetime experience that opens your eyes to the world, and also brings a deeper send of self, and brings you closer with those you love. It is absolutely a must do for anyone who seeks to improve themselves, and it will absolutely change your life for the better! Hope to see you abroad sometime!!
Kyle – Sendai, Japan
“I could not have asked for a better host family. They make me feel so at home. Being an exchange student when you are young teaches you so many things about yourself and changes the way you relate to the world and others. Also going abroad and learning bout the history of different places teaches you so manythings you could not learn by sitting in class. The stories are no longer pictrues in a history textbook but tangible memories I will remember for life. Everyday is a new adventure and I cannot wait to see what the rest of the year has in store!
Madison – Madrid, Spain
“I have seen so many amazing places, like Paris, Berlin, Rome, Florence, Munich and Vienna. Places I have only read about and they have been one fo the highlights of this experience. The people I have met are another thing that made this trip so great. I have made some great friends here and will be keeping in touch wwith them when I return to Canada.
Merrick – Innsbruck, Austria

Assessments
2016-01-25 - 2016-01-29 | BC

Mount Washington Snow Shoeing & Tube Park
2016-01-20 | Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Comox Valley, British Columbia, Canada
Ready for more Snow?
Mt. Washington Wilderness Adventure and Snow Tubing at Ozone Park on Wednesday, January 20th!
Would you like to join us for a day of fun? We will take part in Snowshoe Wilderness Experience in the morning. We will learn what snowshoeing is all about and discover the beauty of the trails while learning more about the great outdoors. After that we will be provided a Bagged lunch at the Raven Lodge. In the afternoon we will be transported back to the Alpine Lodge to the Ozone Snow Tubing Park for an afternoon of fun until we leave the mountain at 3:30pm.
You can sign up starting on Monday, January 11th and registration will be closed by Friday, January 15 th afternoon.
You can Sign up with your ISP Teacher at your school or at our ISP Office at Lake Trail and pay them your Registration Cost for the trip and we will also need to know your shoe size & choices for lunch:

Sandwich: Turkey, Ham & Cheese, or Vegetarian
Fruit: Apple or Orange
Juice: Apple or Orange
Dessert: Cookie, Coffee Crisp chocolate bar or Crispy Crunch chocolate bar

DETAILS:

We will leave Ricki’s Parking lot at 7:30am
We will leave Mt. Washington at 3:30pm
Arrival at Ricki’s Parking lot at 4:30pm
Cost $60 per person (includes: Snowshoeing, lunch, Tubing) Credit Card $62.40 (4%) Credit Card Form is attached to email.

To be fully prepared, please read the following information carefully:
Clothing & Accessories: Appropriate clothing is a must! Below is a checklist of suggested Clothing for those not familiar with the alpine environment. You will be most comfortable if you dress in layers that can be removed or added as necessary. Please ensure that you are prepared for all types of weather.
Recommended items for ALL Outdoor Activities:

2 pairs of gloves or mitts – MANDATORY
Long johns or warm tights
Long sleeve turtleneck or shirt
Thick wool socks or thin synthetic socks
Warm fleece or sweater
Ski pants or water repellent pants
Winter Jacket
Warm hat or Toque
Goggles and/or Sunglasses
Warm, winter boots for All Outdoor Activities

Alpine Safety
Skiers and Snowboarders are required to know and abide by the rules of the Alpine Responsibility Code (ARC). Violations of this code may result in loss of lift privileges or injury. The ARC is posted in various locations on the mountain and is on the back of the lesson cards. We have attached below a Link of the ARC to allow you to familiarize before you arrive on the Mountain.
https://www.mountwashington.ca/resort/mountain-safety.html#safety
The Ski Area Boundaries are marked with ropes and signs, and also marked on the area maps. Minors (18 or younger) are not permitted to cross these boundaries. Mount Washington Alpine Resort accepts no responsibility for the safety of persons choosing to cross these boundaries. Rescue of out of bounds persons may or may not be possible and should costs arise from rescue operations persons involved may be charged.

First day back to school
2016-01-04 | BC

New Year's Day
2016-01-01 | BC

Christmas Day
2015-12-25 | BC

Winter Break begins
2015-12-21 | BC

Mt. Washington Skiing / Snowboarding
2015-12-16 | BC

Vancouver Trip & FlyOver Canada Experience at Canada Place
2015-12-09 | BC

Parent / Teacher Interviews
2015-11-26 | BC

Recreation & Intramural Games Night
2015-11-24 18:00 - 20:00 | BC
Lake Trail Middle School will be transformed into a recreation and intramural games centre. Staff will be on hand to organize basketball, floor hockey, indoor soccer and many more fun sports games.
Prizes will be awarded! Open to all Comox Valley International Student Program students and guests.
Please contact Suella Price, Activities Coordinator, at suella.price@sd71.bc.ca for more details.

Victoria Day Trip
2015-11-18 | Victoria, British Columbia, Victoria, BC, Canada
The Comox Valley International Student Program will travel to Victoria on Wednesday, November 18th for the day. If you would like to come with us, please register and pay your teacher at your school or visit the ISP office at Lake Trail Middle School. Space is limited to 44 Students!
In order to have more students be able to participate in one of the two Victoria Trips, first priority will be given to those students who are leaving us after semester one and will not have the opportunity to go on the trip in March 2016.
**First Semester students will have until NOVEMBER 13th to sign up and pay for the trip. After that, all students can register for any seats that are available.

Date: Wednesday, November 18th, 2015
Departure: 7:00am from Ricki’s Parking Lot
Return: 7:00pm to Ricki’s Parking Lot
Cost: $30
You will have the day to shop downtown by the Inner Harbour or you can take in some attractions like Miniature World, BC Royal Museum, Imax Theatre, the Undersea Gardens or the Victoria Bug Museum. Your time will be your own.

Term 2 Begins
2015-11-12 | BC

Remembrance Day Holiday (No School)
2015-11-11 | BC

PLC (early dismissal)
2015-11-04 | BC

Comox Valley ISP Halloween Dance
2015-10-28 18:30 - 21:00 | Lake Trail Middle School, 805 Willemar Avenue, Courtenay, BC, V9N3L7, Canada
The Comox Valley International Student Program will once again be hosting the Comox Valley ISP Halloween Dance.

Sign yourself and up to four Canadian friends up with your ISP teacher

Ms. Oliphant – G.P. Vanier
Ms. Mulrooney – Mark Isfeld
Ms. McLeod – Highland

Send music video requests by email to Suella Price by Oct. 16 – suella.price@sd71.bc.ca
The Photo Booth will be on hand to take pictures of all your costumes
Entry will be at the back of the gym by the sports fields at Lake Trail School

Bust a Move
Take some goofy pictures in the Four Frames Photo Booth
Happy Comox Valley ISP Halloween Dance 2015!!!!
